Independent Insights, a Health Mart Podcast

Independent Insights, a Health Mart Podcast brings together independent pharmacy owners and other community pharmacy experts to inspire all pharmacy team members to not just survive, but thrive in building practices that cater to the needs of local communities. Plug in to hear ways to innovate patient care services and strengthen the overall health of your pharmacy business. Plus, sharpen your clinical skills with GameChangers Clinical Conversations - a weekly pharmacotherapy podcast featuring the latest game-changing advances in patient care. New episodes arrive every Monday and are available for CE credit. Check the show notes for instructions on how to redeem your credit. Happy listening!

Independent Insights, a Health Mart Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Health Mart, with 154 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Using the KIDs List to Improve Pediatric Medication Safety

  Sep 7, 202639 min

  Children are at increased risk for medication-related harm because of developmental differences, frequent off-label medication use, and unique adverse effect profiles. The Pediatric Pharmacy Association’s updated KIDs List identifies medications and excipients that should be avoided or used with caution in pediatric patients, providing pharmacists with an evidence-based tool to support safer prescribing and medication use. This course reviews key updates from the 2025 KIDs List and discusses practical strategies pharmacists can use to identify risks, recommend safer alternatives, and improve medication safety for pediatric patients. HOST Rachel Maynard, PharmD GameChangers Podcast Host and Lead, Clinical & Partnership Education, CEimpact GUEST Rachel Meyers, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS Clinical Professor / Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers University / Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Pharmacists, REDEEM YOUR CPE HERE ! CPE is available to Health Mart franchise members only To learn more about Health Mart, click here: https://join.healthmart.com/ PRACTICE RESOURCE Receive the exclusive Practice Resource to use as a reference guide for this episode by enrolling in the course. Click here to enroll ! CPE INFORMATION Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to: 1. Describe key medications and excipients included in the 2025 KIDs List and the pediatric safety concerns associated with their use. 2. Identify opportunities for pharmacists to apply KIDs List recommendations when evaluating medication therapy and counseling caregivers of pediatric patients. Rachel Meyers is a Consultant for Wolters Kluwer. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated. 0.075 CEU/0.75 Hr UAN: 0107-0000-26-316-H01-P Initial release date: 9/7/2026 Expiration date: 9/7/2029 Additional CPE details can be found here .

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  Managing Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Syndrome in Patient Care

  Aug 31, 202637 min

  Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) syndrome recognizes the interconnected relationship among cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, obesity, diabetes, and other metabolic risk factors that contribute to long-term health outcomes. The first-ever CKM clinical practice guideline introduces a framework for risk assessment, staging, prevention, and management, emphasizing early identification and coordinated care across disease states. You will be better prepared to recognize CKM syndrome, understand its implications for patient care, and support evidence-based strategies to reduce cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic risk. HOST Rachel Maynard, PharmD GameChangers Podcast Host and Lead, Clinical & Partnership Education, CEimpact GUEST Christine Schumacher, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BCCP, BC-ADM, CDCES, FCCP Professor, Pharmacy Practice and Clinical Pharmacist Midwestern University Pharmacists, REDEEM YOUR CPE HERE ! CPE is available to Health Mart franchise members only To learn more about Health Mart, click here: https://join.healthmart.com/ PRACTICE RESOURCE Receive the exclusive Practice Resource to use as a reference guide for this episode by enrolling in the course. Click here to enroll ! CPE INFORMATION Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to: 1. Describe the stages and key components of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome. 2. Explain evidence-based strategies for identifying and managing patients at risk for CKM syndrome. Christine Schumacher is a Speaker and Advisory Board Member for Abbott. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated. 0.075 CEU/0.75 Hr UAN: 0107-0000-26-315-H01-P Initial release date: 8/31/2026 Expiration date: 8/31/2029 Additional CPE details can be found here .

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  Episode 28: Ahead of the Season: Preparing Your Pharmacy for Year-Round Vaccination Impact

  Aug 26, 202628 min

  Independent pharmacies play a vital role in expanding access to immunizations—during respiratory illness season and throughout the year. In this episode, host Britney Woods talks with Dr. Jessica Hung, clinical pharmacist and owner of Semmes Pharmacy, about building a sustainable vaccination program that supports patient care, strengthens pharmacy workflows, and creates year-round business opportunity. Dr. Hung shares practical strategies for preparing before vaccine season, engaging patients in meaningful conversations, using state immunization registries, managing inventory, empowering technicians, and overcoming common barriers to care. Listeners will walk away with actionable ideas to help strengthen immunization services and make a greater impact in their communities. Host Britney Woods, PharmD Sr. Manager, Community Pharmacy McKesson / Health Mart Guests Jessica Hung, PharmD Semmes Pharmacy, Semmes, AL Resources For Health Mart pharmacies preparing for vaccination season, the Immunization Resource Kit offers convenient access to practical immunization resources and downloadable references available through my.mckesson.com. Understanding the impact of your immunization program goes beyond the number of vaccines administered. For Health Mart Atlas members, Growing Revenue Opportunities or GRO , can help pharmacies identify vaccine administration revenue opportunities and gain insights into overall immunization program performance, helping connect clinical services with business outcomes. Are you a member of VOS yet? Vaccine Optimization Solution is an optional Health Mart Perk that gives eligible Health Mart members access to contracted discounts on select vaccines – there is no cost to access VOS. It’s an easy way to enhance purchasing flexibility and help maximize vaccine savings. Patient access is a critical component of immunization services. For eligible Health Mart pharmacies seeking an immunization collaborative practice agreement option, Health Mart PERK$ offers access to an available CPA solution. This option can help pharmacies explore opportunities to support vaccine administration services and expand patient access to care. Tune into Episode: 8 Vaccines in the Fast Lane: Operational Tips from a Pharmacy Owner Health Mart Pharmacies can access Health Mart University (HMU) for: Helpful CE courses and more on Annual Immunization Update, Virtual Immunization Administration Training, Technician Specialist Vaccine Coordinator Course 2026 Annual Immunization Update for Pharmacy Professionals (Pharmacists) 2026 Annual Immunization Update for Pharmacy Professionals (Pharmacy Technicians) Health Mart pharmacists to claim their CE credit for weekly Gamechanger episodes GameChangers: Overcoming Barriers to Vaccine Hesitancy GameChangers: Timely Updates in Pharmacy-Delivered Immunization Services References Immunize.Org Immunization Information Systems (IIS) to learn about connecting to your state’s Immunization Registry The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily represent the views or positions of Health Mart, McKesson or its affiliates or subsidiaries ("McKesson”). The information provided herein is for informational purposes only and does not constitute the rendering of clinical, legal or other professional advice by McKesson.

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  Why is PCOS Getting a Name Change?

  Aug 24, 202646 min

  The condition long known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) to better reflect its complex endocrine, metabolic, reproductive, and mental health effects. The name change highlights a growing recognition that this condition extends far beyond ovarian findings and requires a more comprehensive approach to diagnosis, treatment, and long-term risk management. You will be better prepared to understand the rationale behind the new terminology and support patients through evidence-based management of this multifaceted condition. HOST Rachel Maynard, PharmD GameChangers Podcast Host and Lead, Clinical & Partnership Education, CEimpact GUEST Erin Raney, PharmD, BCPS Professor Midwestern University College of Pharmacy Pharmacists, REDEEM YOUR CPE HERE ! CPE is available to Health Mart franchise members only To learn more about Health Mart, click here: https://join.healthmart.com/ PRACTICE RESOURCE Receive the exclusive Practice Resource to use as a reference guide for this episode by enrolling in the course. Click here to enroll ! CPE INFORMATION Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to: 1. Describe the rationale for the transition from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). 2. Explain the endocrine, metabolic, and reproductive features that influence the management of PMOS. Rachel Maynard and [Speaker] have no relevant financial relationships to disclose. 0.075 CEU/0.75 Hr UAN: 0107-0000-26-314-H01-P Initial release date: 8/24/2026 Expiration date: 8/24/2029 Additional CPE details can be found here .

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  Integrating Evidence-Based Functional Medicine Concepts into Pharmacy Care

  Aug 17, 202635 min

  Interest in functional medicine and direct-to-consumer diagnostic testing continues to grow, shaping how many patients think about prevention, wellness, and chronic disease management. This course explores key concepts in functional medicine and examines how pharmacists can thoughtfully evaluate these approaches through an evidence-based lens. You will gain practical insight to support informed patient conversations while maintaining professional standards and scope-appropriate care. HOST Rachel Maynard, PharmD GameChangers Podcast Host and Lead, Clinical & Partnership Education, CEimpact GUEST Josie Ross, Pharm D PIC Phillips Family Pharmacy and Compounding Pharmacists, REDEEM YOUR CPE HERE ! CPE is available to Health Mart franchise members only To learn more about Health Mart, click here: https://join.healthmart.com/ PRACTICE RESOURCE Receive the exclusive Practice Resource to use as a reference guide for this episode by enrolling in the course. Click here to enroll ! CPE INFORMATION Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to: 1. Describe foundational principles of functional medicine and their relevance to evidence-based care in pharmacy. 2. Summarize factors pharmacists should consider when evaluating the evidence supporting functional medicine approaches. Rachel Maynard and Josie Ross have no relevant financial relationships to disclose. 0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr UAN: 0107-0000-26-308-H01-P Initial release date: 8/17/2026 Expiration date: 8/17/2029 Additional CPE details can be found here .

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